"Communications Assistant (Education)"

Communications Assistant (Education)

Are you an enthusiastic communications professional with a flair for engagement and organisation? Join the Academic Administration Division as a Communications Assistant, supporting the Centre for Teaching and Learning and Education Policy Support teams. You will help to raise awareness of their services and inspire excellence and inclusion in education policy and practice across the University. Working closely with the Senior Communications Manager, you will help plan and deliver a wide range of communications and engagement activity, supporting events, campaigns and stakeholder communications that drive uptake and impact. Based in University Offices, Wellington Square and Littlegate House, you will collaborate with colleagues and students across Oxford and contribute to the University’s Communications Community of Practice.

Location: Central Oxford

Salary: £32,108 - £37,338 per annum

Contract: Full Time, Permanent

About Us

Spanning the historic streets of the “city of dreaming spires,” the University of Oxford has been ranked the world’s leading university for nine consecutive years. A place where centuries of tradition meet world-changing innovation, we offer you the chance to shape the future while working in an inspiring environment that promotes excellence. Here, you’ll contribute to ground-breaking research that tackles global challenges - from advancing sustainability to pioneering healthcare solutions - and join a diverse, inclusive community that champions your wellbeing, development, and aspirations. Apply now to become part of our extraordinary legacy.

This is an exciting and varied role that plays an important part in ensuring effective communications in these two important areas of the Academic Administration Division (AAD).

The AAD provides the support and information that Oxford students need to thrive in their academic and personal lives, and relies on effective communications to achieve its goals. The Communications Officer will contribute to the progress and success of the Centre for Teaching and Learning and Education Policy Support through effective communications – from websites and digital channel content to events and publications.

What We Offer

Working at the University of Oxford offers several exclusive benefits, such as:

• 38 days of annual leave (inclusive of public holidays) to support your wellbeing, with the option to purchase up to 10 extra days and additional leave after long service.
• One of the most generous family leave schemes in UK higher education, offering up to 26 weeks of full-pay maternity and adoption leave, plus 12 weeks of full-pay paternity/partner leave.
• A commitment to hybrid and flexible working to suit your lifestyle.
• An excellent contributory pension scheme.
• Affordable and sustainable commuting options, including a cycle loan scheme, discounted bus travel, and season ticket loans.
• Access to a vibrant community through our social, cultural, and sports clubs.

About the Role

The postholder will make a significant contribution to the AAD – creating compelling content about a wide range of topics; and engaging effectively with a wide range of internal stakeholders to ensure effective flows of communications between the division and its audiences.

Reporting to the Senior Communications Manager – Students and AAD, you will work with colleagues across the collegiate University – coordinating communications activities, and provide professional advice and support for colleagues.

About You

You will bring strong organisational skills and a practical understanding of processes, with the confidence to take responsibility for planning your own work and coordinating short-term projects linked to planning and reporting. You are comfortable interpreting policies and procedures, identifying improvements, and contributing to operational decisions that support staff and students effectively.

An effective communicator, you adapt your style to different audiences and produce clear, accurate content across print and digital channels. You have experience drafting and proofreading copy, maintaining websites, scheduling content, and using digital analytics or feedback tools to evaluate impact.

You build productive working relationships with colleagues and external partners, act as a reliable point of contact for enquiries, and work collaboratively to ensure communications meet accessibility and brand standards. You are proactive, detail-focused, and committed to developing your specialist expertise to support the function effectively.

Application Process

To apply, please upload:

• A covering letter/supporting statement
• Your CV
• The details of two referees

The closing date for applications is 12 noon on 07 April 2026. Interviews will take place the week commencing 20 April 2026, and will be held face-to-face.